CIMULACT has as a main objective to add to the relevance and accountability of European research and innovation – Horizon 2020 as well as national - by engaging citizens and stakeholders in co-creation of research agendas based on real and validated societal visions, needs and demands. The project will expand the outlook and debate on STI issues, increase scientific literacy in a broad sense, which includes the understanding of the societal role of Science, Technology and innovation (STI), and create shared understanding between scientific stakeholders, policy-makers and citizens. This multi-actor approach will embrace EU28 plus Norway and Switzerland. The CIMULTACT builds on the principle/conviction that the collective intelligence of society gives Europe a competitive advantage, which may be activated to strengthen the relevance of the European science and technology system. By establishing genuine dialogue between citizens, stakeholders, scientists, and policymakers visions and scenarios for the desirable futures will be developed and debated, and transformed into recommendations and suggestions for research and innovation policies and topics. In short, CIMULACT will ● Create vision and scenarios that connect societal needs with future expected advances in Science and their impact on technology, society, environment etc. in connection to the grand challenges ● Provide concrete input to Horizon 2020 through recommendations and policy options for R&I and simulated calls for the Horizon2020 Work Programmes. ● Engage citizens and stakeholders in a highly participatory debate/consultation/process on scenarios for desirable sustainable futures and research ● Build capacities in citizen and multi-actor engagement in R&I through development, experimentation, training and assessment of methods for engagement ● Facilitate dialogue and shared understanding between policymakers, citizens, and stakeholders ● Reveal the relative merits of the citizen focussed consultations

This project will develop innovative learning practices in the Digital ERA by developing new educational, learning and training methods for moving school based STEAME activities to Online and Distance STEAME activities in a hybrid approach. STEAME means Science, Technology, Education, Arts, Mathematics and Entrepreneurship. As teachers, we need to be aware and be adaptable to changes and to the needs not only of today's students but also planning and preparing our students for the future, with a collaborative and evolutionary vision. Students of the target group (age 12-18) are used in reaching to information in just one click on their phones, tablets, computers, so being in the classroom, being taught in a traditional way, using sometimes old textbooks gives them a negative feeling that the educational system is not efficient. The STEAME GOES HYBRID project is utilizing results from other EU funded projects, like STEAME and L-Cloud. *The Main Objectives of this project are to:-create hybrid STEAME teaching and learning methods through innovative and technological approaches;-provide digital environment solution with options for existing and future infrastructures with future blueprint solutions in hybrid environment;- engage teachers and students in STEAME project based activities in online and distance environment with blended learning methods;- increase the level of knowledge in digital technologies and communication;- provide quality, virtual hands-on learning opportunities for every student and especially for students working in groups online;- promote cloud computing and new technologies under European values and regulations of GDPR and cyber secutiry;* Number and profile of participantsThe consortium organizations are experienced in the field of teaching, learning, training and innovative tools and will contribute for the realization of this proposed project with at least 3 expert participants from each and with several additional teachers and students in the school partners. The Pedagogical University partners will involve each at least 20 teacher trainees in the process of development and testing. Blueprint guidelines developed by the project in at least 2 partner schools with at least 2 teachers and 20 students in each; Interproject Staff Training training course with at least 3 participants from each partner.The partner participants are highly educational and ICT professionals with experience in STEAME activities, education evolution, digital learning, digital platforms, pedagogy and related research. The consortium involves research institutions, schools, universities, pedagogical departments, teacher societies, education publishers, ICT enterprise.* Main Outputs and results, include:Intellectual outputs: IO1. Blueprint Guidelines for Hybrid STEAME activities IO2. Training Programme for facilitating the implementation of STEAME L&C Plans by SE teachers and Piloting the Blueprint GuidelinesIO3. STEAME HYBRID Blueprint at a glance: Policy Recommendations and School Label DevelopmentOther results: staff training, multiplier events, TPMs, dissemination, QA, European Hybrid School Label.* MethodologyAccording to the learning patterns and students' needs, the STEAME GOES HYBRID project intends to enhance the inter-play of open source tools in designing hybrid learning methodology taking school activity to online and at distance with blended learning methods. This will provide a new method and digital solutions for running ONLINE STEAME activities that will help students to work on projects with classmates through online and distance or blended communication (Hybrid) and teachers to be able to cooperate with other STEAME teachers in managing, supporting and monitoring the STEAME project work of students in hybrid or purely online methodology. * Impact-impact on the participants: Increased awareness of the importance of STEAME learning activities and how these can be done during pandemic periods with limited mobility and diverted to online and distance learning, increased knowledge of using and learning from virtual activities, increased learning and teaching methodologies with pedagogical approaches in hybrid teaching and learning covering project based STEAME activities.-impact on the participating organizations: Increased resources for using innovative methods, teacher professional development in becoming adaptable to the Digital ERA approaches. -impact at the European & International level: Hybrid STEAME session at EUROMATH & EUROSCIENCE international pupils conference.* The potential long-term benefits-STEAME awareness in hybrid teaching and learning approach in educational systems supporting school readiness;-implementation of the Hybrid STEAME Blueprint Guidelines in other curricula;-students will be better prepared for the new professions in the 21st century.

"<< Objectives >>The primary objective of the ""Leverage New Trends in Youth Work"" project is to enhance the capacity of youth work and youth organizations, particularly in the field of upcycling, gamification, and recreation. The project aims to bring practical recreational activities to youth work through a training course that will take place in Istanbul, Turkey from December 1-10 , 2023. The project seeks to improve the knowledge, experience, and skills of youth workers, with a focus on innovative and sustainable practices in youth work.The project is designed for 41 participants, including 35 youth workers, 3 trainers, and 3 supervisors, from six different countries, namely Netherlands, Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, Macedonia. The project's activities will involve the active use of non-formal and informal learning methods to teach new concepts of gamification and gaming to direct and indirect participants. The project will also diversify activities with a focus on youth work, promoting nature-friendly thinking in the design of youth work, and designing environmental and outdoor recreational activities that can be adapted to the needs of young people.In addition to improving the capacity of youth work and youth organizations, the ""Leverage New Trends in Youth Work"" project has several other objectives, including increasing the institutional capacity of youth organizations, supporting the professional, social, and personal development of youth workers, and developing a creative work mentality and method in youth work. The project also seeks to disseminate best and proven practices for sustainable environmental youth work, develop new project ideas with youth workers to activate young people to spend their time as efficiently and productively as possible, and support youth policies by developing innovative and new methods. The project also aims to develop strategies for disadvantaged youth to benefit from youth work and publicize the opportunities of Erasmus+ and ESC projects for young people to ensure their participation.Overall, the ""Leverage New Trends in Youth Work"" project seeks to provide a platform for youth workers to enhance their knowledge, experience, and skills, enabling them to design and implement innovative and sustainable practices in youth work. Through the dissemination of the project results, the project aims to promote the effective use of non-formal and informal learning methods, thereby contributing to the development of youth policies at international, national, and local levels.<< Implementation >>Our project, ""Leverage New Trends in Youth Work,"" will consist of various activities aimed at enhancing the knowledge, skills, and experience of youth workers in the field of green competencies, innovative teaching and learning approaches, and quality and innovation in youth work. The project will provide a platform for youth workers to engage in discussions, share experiences and best practices, and develop new ideas that can be integrated into their youth work practices.The trainings will be conducted using both formal and informal learning methods, with a focus on three main themes: upcycling, gamification, and recreation. The project will aim to diversify youth work activities and provide effective training to youth workers through various sessions, workshops, and practical activities. The aim of these activities is to strengthen the love for nature, promote sustainable environmental practices, and support nature-friendly thinking in the design of youth work.Thirty five youth workers from seven different countries, including Netherlands, Turkey, Romania, Bulgaria, Albania, Greece, Macedonia, will participate in the project. The profile of the participants includes individuals who are focused on the project topics, internationally oriented, able to express and pass on what they have learned, have a high level of environmental awareness, and have experience in volunteer and youth work. They are also open to teamwork, multiculturalism, and have a good example of a healthy lifestyle. To ensure diversity and opportunities for disadvantaged young people, at least one participant per country will participate in the project, particularly those who are socially, economically, geographically, educationally, or culturally disadvantaged.As part of our sustainability and communication activities, the project aims to increase its impact by reaching out to young people and disadvantaged groups with limited opportunities. All the outcomes of the project will be disseminated to young people and youth organizations, and the project will provide new experiences and collaborations for participating organizations and participants. The project will also introduce new projects and practices into youth work, and steps will be taken to ensure the sustainability of these projects by allowing new youth to be involved in the process.In summary, the project aims to support the professional, social, and personal development of youth workers, increase the institutional capacity of youth organizations, disseminate best practices for sustainable environmental youth work, develop a creative work mentality and method in youth work, develop new project ideas with youth workers, and activate young people to spend their time as efficiently and productively as possible.<< Results >>Our project aims to achieve significant results and impacts by enhancing the skills of youth workers, promoting innovation in youth work, and ensuring the sustainable development of youth projects. Through our program, we intend to improve the professional development of youth workers, which will lead to better outcomes in youth work and better support for young people's personal and social growth.Our project will help youth workers to develop their competences in green skills, innovative learning and teaching methods, quality and innovation in youth work, and other related topics. The participants will be able to understand new trends and apply innovative practices in their work with young people. This will increase their effectiveness and productivity, leading to better outcomes in youth work and a more significant social impact.In addition to individual development, our program also focuses on improving the institutional capacity of the participating organizations. The partners in the project will collaborate at the international level to expand their scope of work and offer better quality service areas to young people. They will be able to diversify their portfolio of activities and develop youth work at the local, national, and international levels.After the training course, our project will focus on dissemination and sustainable development activities. Initially, we will work in seven different countries where our partners are located, followed by expanding to other parts of Europe and the world to explore nature-friendly and innovative leisure activities and develop new projects. This will enable us to contribute to national and international youth policies and help build a more inclusive society.Through the dissemination and sustainable implementation of the project, we aim to reach young people with fewer opportunities, including those who have not previously benefited from youth services. By providing these young people with access to youth and voluntary work, we hope to add value to youth work in terms of inclusion and equal opportunities. By encouraging young people to develop personally, become environmentally aware, live healthily, educate themselves informally, volunteer, communicate, work as a team, and develop an awareness of many issues, we can foster social responsibility and social awareness among young people.Our project will also help to qualify future youth workers by discovering the potential of youth and creating opportunities for young people to participate in volunteering. By doing so, we can contribute to the interests and European opportunities of young people and disadvantaged youth groups who have not previously participated in volunteering. Through the dissemination of innovative research findings and their application in youth work, our project will achieve short-term impacts, while in the medium and long term, we hope to support the development of youth policy issues."

<< Objectives >>Aim: to build up organizational capacity youthwork and mental health for youth. Objectives: - To develop the capacity of five organizations in working with young people facing mental health challenges- To build up competences of 30 youth workers to use innovative educational approaches in youthwork & mental health- To build up the capacity in using Erasmus+ programme as a tool for supporting youth mental health- To increase the capacity for international cooperation<< Implementation >>We plan to organize three study visits in order to observe different models of practice in activities regarding mental health and wellbeing, coupled with two short training course, and one educational workshop meeting in order to produce relevant outputs for our project.<< Results >>- a portfolio for youthworkers with different educational tools and methods related to mental health, - an educational game for youth, promoting learning in the field of mental health,- creation of minimum three spin-off trasnational projects focused on development in youthwork and mental health, - establishing an informal network between organizations in the field of youth work in mental health.

Eye of Europe responds to the existing need of anticipating, exploring and co-creating future paths in, for and from Research and Innovation (R&I). Acknowledging the diverse and uneven capabilities and levels of institutionalization of R&I foresight across Europe, our Consortium builds on the experience of its 17 partners in order to coagulate existing energies and amplify them. The project’s goal is to nurture and mature an R&I foresight community with expanding levels of inclusiveness (from foresight experts, to foresight beneficiaries, to thematic experts and the broader audience of foresight enthusiasts, including civil society and citizens) and progressive levels of integration (from mapping organizations and experts, to sharing results, to developing shared capabilities, towards a collective intelligence). To this end, the project methodology is aimed at (i) consolidating the mutual learning and sharing of practices among foresight practitioners and R&I policy-makers, (ii) harnessing the expertise of thematic experts for the benefit of the community, (iii) mobilizing stakeholders in joint pilot activities and (iv) engaging an active, broad audience in co-creating and deliberating future imaginaries. Operationally, the project will establish and advance an online platform as the strategic home base of the community, with its resources and capabilities; engage relevant stakeholders in tailored face-to-face interactions; and promote futures thinking through educational and inspirational materials.